Tuesday , 13 January 2026

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UAE FoodTech Challenge supports global innovation

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Ten global agri-tech innovators will arrive in Abu Dhabi this week to compete for the top prize at the UAE FoodTech Challenge, an international competition designed to support breakthrough solutions for global food security. Ahead of the finale at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the finalists — whose ventures span protein-producing insect farms to AI-powered …

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UAE President receives US President’s Advisor for Arab and African Affairs

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday received Massad Boulos, the US President’s Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs. The meeting, held at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, addressed the growing strategic relations and joint coordination between the UAE and US. The two sides also discussed regional developments and …

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Hamdan bin Zayed reviews sports events timetable for Al Dhafra

ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region highlighted that the ongoing development of the Al Dhafra sports sector aligns with the national vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. “By integrating sports into the UAE’s comprehensive development strategy, the UAE leadership aims to foster community health …

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Abdullah bin Zayed appoints Envoy for Countering Extremism and Terrorism

ABU DHABI / WAM As part of the UAE’s efforts to strengthen its active role in global efforts to combat extremism and terrorism, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, appointed Maqsoud Kruse as Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Countering Extremism and Terrorism. The appointment underscores the UAE’s firm …

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Hazza bin Zayed receives delegation from IHC, 2PointZero Group

AL AIN / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, today received a delegation from IHC and 2PointZero Group, led by H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan. During the meeting, the IHC and 2PointZero delegation, including Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Vice Chair of 2PointZero Group, and Syed Basar Shueb, CEO …

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DFF backs 26 research projects under Dubai RDI Grant Initiative

DUBAI/WAM Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced its support for 26 research projects led by 14 universities and academic institutions in Dubai, marking the conclusion of the second cycle of Dubai Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Grant Initiative. The initiative forms part of Dubai RDI Programme under the Dubai RDI Ecosystem, which was formed as per the directives of H.H. …

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ADFD launches ‘Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform’ with value of $2b

ABU DHABI/WAM Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) announced the launch of the “Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform”, a strategic initiative designed to accelerate impactful development projects, unlock new investment opportunities, and support innovative solutions that advance the global water sector. The platform aims to mobilise US$2 billion (AED7.34 billion) from local and international financing institutions. ADFD will allocate an …

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Under the patronage of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, Youth 4 Sustainability Annual Forum to take place during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in January 2026

ABU DHABI/WAM Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, the annual forum of Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) will take place during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 from 13-15 January 2026. Held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi in cooperation with Abu Dhabi …

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UAE uniquely positioned to fuel UK’s Green Hydrogen growth

ABU DHABI / WAM The World Future Energy Summit, taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 13th-15th January and part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week hosted by Masdar, is set to highlight the pivotal role of green hydrogen in industrial decarbonisation. Against the backdrop of the UK’s ambition to expand low-carbon hydrogen production to 10GW by 2030, the Summit …

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AGMC named Strategic Partner of 1 Billion Followers Summit’s fourth edition

DUBAI /WAM The 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s largest event dedicated to shaping the content creator economy, announced that AGMC, the official importer of BMW Group vehicles in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates will join the summit’s upcoming fourth edition as Strategic Transport Partner. The Summit, organised by the UAE Government Media Office, is taking place from 9th …

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